Young’s Point: 200 Years on the Water
August 3, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm UTC-5
10:00 am: Commemorative Mass
1:00 pm: Opening ceremonies & other activities throughout the afternoon
Visit the community of Young’s Point where Stoney and Clear Lakes flow into Katchewanooka.
Welcoming descendants of Francis Young, past and present residents of Young’s Point and area, neighbouring First Nations, cottagers and tourists to celebrate our heritage and community.
- Commemorative Mass and self-guided cemetery tour at Our Lady of Good Counsel on the shores of Lake Katchewanooka.
- Ceremonial water voyage from the landing spot of Francis Young to Lock 27, symbolizing the importance of water to the family and the future community.
- Opening ceremonies at Lock 27
- Highlight various aspects of our history.
- Celebrate Irish Heritage with musicians & dancers
- Recognize the support and friendship of First Nation Community from the earliest arrival of Francis Young.
- Historical documents, photographs, books & stories of the history.
- Self-guided walking tour of historical sites and local businesses to learn, shop, eat, drink and reunite with friends and family.